What is your investment approach? John Templeton, “I search for bargains.” “Buy at the point of maximum pessimism. Go where the outlook is the worst.”
The above video is worth viewing if you want to understand how important personality and values are for the type of investor you become. Templeton’s thrifty ways and contrary streak were embedded in his approach. He is seldom studied. Too bad.
The Templeton Way A book synopsis
Templeton on Investor Attitude
Criticism is the fertilizer of learning. –John Templeton.